UVU’s CARE Hub Food Access Program Receives Seven-State Regional Student Affairs Award
The Utah Valley University CARE Hub’s student food access program received the 2023 NASPA Region V Innovative Program Award, which is given to a college or university that has developed an outstanding program that has benefited students and enhanced campus life. NASPA is an association of student affairs administrators in higher education and the association’s […]
Spotlight on Doing Good: Utah Valley University Expands Mental Healthcare Services to Students Through TimelyCare
Utah Community Builders frequently highlights businesses going above and beyond to make an impact in our community. Utah Valley University has expanded its well-being and mental healthcare services to students by partnering with TimelyCare, a free 24/7 virtual comprehensive mental healthcare program designed to support student health. College life can be a transformative experience, but […]
UVU Celebrates National First Gen Day by Announcing Achievement of a $15 Million Campaign to Support Students
Utah Valley University (UVU) is marking National First-Generation College Celebration Day on Nov. 8 with an announcement of a major fundraising milestone and an acknowledgment of the thousands of Utahns who have been the first in their families to attend college. Nearly one-third of UVU students (9,933 this year) are first-generation. Over the past five […]
UVU President Raises Awareness of Cybersecurity Threats in AI-Generated Voice Video
Utah Valley University (UVU) confirmed its commitment to digital safety and awareness, reflected in its unique cybersecurity offerings, by releasing a video from UVU President Astrid S. Tuminez that addresses the growing issue of cybersecurity scams and phishing attacks. In the video, an animated avatar of President Tuminez warns students and staff about deceptive emails, […]
UVU/MTECH Agreement to Shorten Time to Graduation; Offers Innovative Solution for Utah’s Future Workforce Needs
Planning for Utah’s future workforce needs, Utah Valley University (UVU) and Mountainland Technical College (MTECH) signed an innovative articulation agreement today, creating a seamless pathway for MTECH graduates in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and welding to earn an associate degree in business management at UVU in half the time. Today’s agreement gives MTECH graduates in the […]
UVU Celebrates Native American Heritage Month, Announces New Office, and a Legislative Appropriation of $2 Million
As part of Native American Heritage Month, Utah Valley University (UVU) officially announced its expanded Native American Initiative along with the news that UVU will offer scholarships to indigenous students from all eight of Utah’s federally recognized tribes. With Native American students enrolling in college at half the rate of other groups nationwide, UVU has […]
Utah Valley University Enrollment Reaches Record 44,653 students, a 3.61% Increase from Fall 2022
Utah Valley University (UVU) saw a 3.61% growth in enrollment, with a record 44,653 students registering for the 2023 fall semester, according to the annual report just released by the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE). Full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment increased to 28,994, up more than 4.87%. The strong fall enrollment follows one of the university’s […]
National Science Foundation Grant to Fund Open Access Education Research in Utah
Utah Valley University professor to serve as co-principal investigator on project OREM, Utah — The National Science Foundation (NSF) has granted $387,295 to a group of researchers at universities in the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) to create open access responsible and ethical conduct of research and mentoring trainings across academic institutions. The project […]
Speaking on Business: Utah Valley University – Cybersecurity
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Utah Valley University – Cybersecurity This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah Valley University took first place last year in a national cybersecurity competition, beating out West Point, Duke, Georgetown, and the Naval Academy. Leading UVU’s efforts is Brandon Amacher, who is encouraging every business to […]